Member’s Spotlight / Scholarships

It was the NAPSters that really impressed me. It was inspiring to see the breadth and quality of research undertaken by the trainees, spanning from basic science up to clinical translation. The enthusiasm for pain science was infectious and their openness and receptiveness for feedback was refreshing. The future is bright for the next generation of basic science and clinical pain researchers.

NAPS finished with the graduation and gala dinner, which provided an opportunity to dress up and reflect on the week that had been. Shortly after the formal proceedings, including the 2022 NAPS class photograph, my luggage arrived. I quickly disappeared from the party, swiftly changed into my formal attire, and returned for the celebration to truly begin. A fitting end to a fantastic and truly memorable week!

Declaration

Dr Cashin has received research funding from the Australian Commonwealth National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) and the Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF).

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Announcing the APS #6 PhD Scholarship

(For funding in 2023)

Deadline for submissions extended to 10 August 2022!

The Australian Pain Society (APS) is a multidisciplinary organisation whose purpose is to advance pain management through education, research, and advocacy for transformational improvements in clinical care.

The APS is pleased to announce a new scholarship to our flagship PhD Scholarship program that has supported research into pain for over 25 years.

In brief, the award is to enable full time research leading to a Doctor of Philosophy or equivalent:

> Three years full time study from 2023 to 2025 with generous $40,000 annual stipend

> At any recognised Australian University

> The applicant must be an Australian citizen or permanent resident

> The applicant and their supervisor must be members of the Australian Pain Society; and

> The funded project can be related to any aspect of the mechanisms, diagnosis, or treatment of acute or chronic pain.

Further information about the PhD Scholarship, including the Conditions of Award, can be obtained from the APS Secretariat.

PhD Scholarship Application forms are available online and must be submitted by 5pm AEST on Wednesday 10 August 2022.